Christina Marie Shepherd

Christina Marie Shepherd April 16, 1966 - August 4, 2011 On August 4, 2011, Tina Marie Shepherd passed away in her home after a 14 month battle with cancer. She was surrounded by family and friends at her bedside. She was born and raised in Bakersfield and a graduate of Bakersfield High School and also attended Bakersfield College. She is survived by her mother, Linda Shepherd, father Louis Shepherd, step-mother, Jodi, daughters, Jennie Walker (Jed), Cara Bunyard, Amie Phillips and brother Ray Shepherd. Grandchildren Emily Walker, Ainsley Walker. Preceded in death by her sister Donna Shepherd. Also, many uncles and aunts and extended family. Tina was a free spirit with a passion for NASCAR. She attended many races all over the country. She loved spending time with her family, friends and grandchildren as well as fishing. The family would like to thank her many friends and family that stayed by her side during this most difficult time. Special thanks to Miriam Baker, Uncle Rick, Tricia Shepherd and her many friends that traveled far and some across the country to be with Tina. Thank you so much Team Odyssey Hospice for the loving care provided to Tina. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Tina's name to Odyssey Hospice, 5001 E. Commercenter Dr., Suite 140, Bakersfield, CA 93309. Memorial services will be held on Wednesday, August 10, at 2:00 p.m. at Hillcrest Memorial Park, 9101 Kern Canyon Road, Bakersfield, CA. A Celebration of life will be held immediately following services for Tina at the home of Ray and Tricia Shepherd. Family and friends are encouraged to attend.

Arrangements under the direction of Hillcrest Memorial Park and Mortuary, Bakersfield, CA.